Overview of the New Restrictions

On September 20, 2025, the ‍White⁤ House issued a Presidential Proclamation imposing new restrictions on the entry of certain nonimmigrant workers‍ holding H-1B visas. This proclamation functions‍ as ⁤a travel restriction,impacting individuals seeking to enter or re-enter the United⁤ States in H-1B status. The full text of the proclamation is available from ⁣the White House: Restriction on⁤ Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers – The White House.

key Details of the Proclamation

Beginning at 12:01 AM Eastern Time on September 21, 2025 (9:01 PM Pacific Time on September 20, 2025), individuals attempting to enter the U.S. in H-1B status will be required⁤ to have a petition associated with an additional payment of $100,000. Without this additional payment, entry will be denied.

Currently, the proclamation does *not* affect other⁤ nonimmigrant visa statuses.

What You ⁤Need to Do (If Currently Outside the U.S.)

If you are currently outside the United States with⁢ an H-1B visa,we are collecting information to provide support and guidance. A form will be available later⁤ today (September 20, 2025) to help us connect with affected ‍individuals. We understand the urgency, given the effective date of the proclamation is within the next 28 hours.

Please note: This form is for ⁣individuals *currently outside* the U.S. we will share a separate update⁤ for those already within the country.

Impact on H-1B Extensions and ⁢Changes of Status

The proclamation also mentions a pause in processing H-1B petitions for individuals outside the U.S. However,⁣ our current interpretation is that ⁣this does not immediately impact extensions of H-1B status or ⁤changes of status to H-1B for those already present in the United States. We are actively seeking clarification on‍ this point and will provide further updates as ⁣soon ‍as possible.

Timeline of Events

• September 20, 2025: Presidential Proclamation issued.
• September 20,⁣ 2025 (Later Today): Form released for individuals ⁢outside the U.S. ⁣to‍ request support.
• September 21,2025 (12:01 AM ET / 9:01 PM PT): new restrictions on H-1B entry take effect.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this affect my H-1B extension application?

Currently,no. our understanding is that extensions filed⁣ while you‍ are already in the U.S. are not immediately impacted. However, this is subject to‍ change, and we will provide ⁣updates as they become‍ available.

I am traveling outside the ‍U.S. on an H-1B visa.Can I still ⁤return?

You will⁤ likely be denied entry unless your petition has the associated $100,000 payment. Please fill out the form when it becomes available so we can assess your situation.

What is the purpose of the $100,000 payment?

The White House has not provided detailed‍ justification for the payment.The proclamation states it⁣ is indeed intended to protect American workers.